The Ultimate Tom Bukovac Picking Lesson - Get Ready To Be Inspired
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ส.ค. 2024
- Tom Bukovac once again proves why he is one of the best living guitarist walking the earth today. In todays lesson he gives insight into his extraordinary picking technique. With tips on the importance of relaxing while picking fast runs, how he grips the pick, and various exercises he uses to develop his incredible picking ability. As always those are just a few of the many things Tom covers in this 40 minute plus video. Some of this stuff just has to be seen to believed. If you are ready to be seriously inspired go grab your drink of choice and guitar and get ready to get down to business!
More lessons with Tom coming soon! Make sure to leave suggestions on what you would like to see in upcoming videos in the comment section!
Check out Tom's channel here: / @501chorusecho
🎸 Want to seriously up your guitar game regardless of your level? Join the membership now with over 990 videos and counting:
www.brettpapa....
-------------
-------------
👉Check out my favorite guitars, amps, strings and things and recording gear on my Sweetwater page: www.sweetwater...
-------------
-Pedals (not available at Sweetwater)
Nordvang 83 Drive
nordvangcustom...
Xact Tone Solutions Modified Boss EQ (AMAZING!!!!)
xacttone.com/p...
Nordland ODR-C: nordland-elect...
Sabbadius Funky Vibe: amzn.to/358ToXa
Drybell Vibe Machine: amzn.to/2YbI4bm
-Guitars
Martin Acoustic: imp.i114863.ne...
Nash Guitars Visit Chicago Music Exchange:
www.chicagomus...
Tuttle Guitars: Contact Michael Here - www.tuttleguit...
Jeff Senn Guitars: www.jeffsenngu...
-Pickups
Strat Single coils www.lollarguit...
Imperial Low Wind Humbucker www.lollarguit...
Other Lollar Single Coils I use (flat pole pieces)
Vintage Blonde (Neck)
www.lollarguit...
Vintage Tweed Neck)
www.lollarguit...
64 (Neck and Middle)
www.lollarguit...
Tele Pickups Neck www.lollarguit... Bridge www.lollarguit...
-Amps (not available at Sweetwater)
Divided by 13 BTR23, RSA23, CJ11 and JRT9/15 (tell ‘em Brett sent ya!): www.dividedby13...
Lazy J J20: www.lazyjprojec...
-Camera and filming Gear
Canon EOS R- amzn.to/3eVzhQT
Canon RF 24-70 lens- amzn.to/3bKyBf1
Zoom F8- amzn.to/3cYENR7
Sennheiser Shotgun mic- amzn.to/2zBgVo9
Sennheiser Wireless Lav Mic- amzn.to/3bGUXOA
Apature Lights- amzn.to/3eS7P6y
“Don’t let it intimidate you, let it inspire you.” I watch ALL of Tom’s stuff and have to remind myself of this mantra all the time! Brett, thank you for hosting these in-depth lessons with Uncle Larry! Awesome-and inspiring-stuff.
Absolutely agree he literally claims in the video that he has 40-50k hrs playing time which is unfathomable 😂 but anyone can get thus good at something as long as there doing it for a living and are passionate about it 👍
Ain't no one like the Doctor, the King of the Six String, Uncle Larry, the Starship Trooper. Appreciate you having some time together and inviting all of us in!
It’s not just the mastery of the instrument, it’s the mastery of the music. Thanks for sharing uncle Larry. Thanks for bringing him to the masses Brett.
"... it’s the mastery of the music." This is really the key to what makes Tom so successful.
There’s a few guys like him, Martin Miller and RJ Ronquillo where musical styles are blurred. If I learn one lick it somehow can be applied to every genre.
Then guys like Guthrie Trapp and Danish Pete who are great for if you started from country phrasing/technique.
And of course Andy Wood is a master of the instrument. Tho, I find him a bit more difficult to learn from cause of his 80s/Van Halen roots.
Shoutout to.
Keith Richards said in regards to graciously admitting mick Taylor being technically great 👍🏻…. “ it’s not how you play , it’s what you play !”
@@jeffrey.a.hanson Yeah, I really like R.J’s style.
❤@@jeffrey.a.hanson
Incredible stuff from Uncle Larry but also a shout out to Brett for being so dialled into what was happening in front of him and asking the perfect question at just the right time.
Thanks!
A "Picking Lesson"! -what an understatement! Anytime Uncle Larry gets in front of the camera, you are going to get incredible guitar technique of all sorts, a distinct philosophy of music making, impeccable tone, references musicians you haven't heard of but need to look up immediately, and valuable life lessons! But I applaud you Brett Papa for doing your best to help us understand the massive musical talent the is Tom Bucovac! You two are a great pairing and I look forward to the videos to come!
Thanks so much for checking it out! Glad you liked it!
I love when Brett laughs at the speed. It’s all you can do, it’s mesmerising 😂
Haha for sure!
i forgot i was watching news feeds at 1.25 speed before i clicked. how do you think i feel?! lol.
One thing that separates Tom from other guitarists (as you hinted with the question about if he already knew Yellow Brick Road) is how good his ears are. And, how he can pull what he is hearing out of the instrument. He did a video playing a pop song from the 80s called "Waiting for a Star to Fall" and I was so floored that I had to put away the guitar for a couple of days. He captured the essence of the full arrangement in a few layers on the looper. I had to just spend some time thinking about all of the elements that would go into such a thing. And, figure out how to try and improve my own skills from my current position.
That was gorgeous-
I've been a homeskooler since around Episode 30, and my guitar playing and musicality has developed wonderfully because of it. Let's not understate the value of these videos. It's pure gold. Thanks, Brett and Tom.
...because you have the ability to recognize and benefit from greatness...
that yellow brick road thing blew me away... to be able to conjure up a song like that so accurately from just aural memory is crazy
For sure!
This is one of the best videos I’ve ever watched.
Thank you Brett for inviting Tom.
You guys rock!
🙌🏼
Agreed
Sure thing!
Couldn’t agree more
At age 61 watching this video, I feel like a brand new guitar student watching an experienced guitar teacher all over again. Thanks Tom and Brett
I feel you completely - he could be selfish and arrogant but he’s willing to show anything, it’ll just take a few decades 😂
This right here is the best guitar lesson online. Tom is amazing, but adding great camera work and good questions really gets the most out of this.
Glad you liked the vid! Thanks for checking it out!
I love how Tom wants Brett to get it and slows it all down even unplugged just to give it to him. I too cut my finger on a chop saw and almost lost it. Thought it was over, but I healed and because i had to use other fingers I became a way better player than I ever would have. Forever a student and never giving up.
Yeah Tom is a really fantastic teacher. Always down to show you something. Thanks for tuning in.
Bravo on the come back! I suppose we can all site Jango 2 finger on "inspirational adaption"
I felt so privileged to have the first video of rhythm tips. I’m beside myself to have another one of these videos to rewatch countless times. Thank you, Brett and Tom!
Sure thing!
I love Tom. I've been a fan since around 2009. He mentions his finger injury here....he had (maybe it's still up) a video he posted from his garage shortly after he started playing again, and it blew my mind. Noone has transformed my playing more than Tom. This was a FANTASTIC lesson. Thanks for posting this.
When it REALLY counts, Tom's playing is NOT about pattern based shred, he's all about REAL ideas, and phrasing, with a super strong narrative quality, and an extra helping of point and purpose. His extraordinary musicality, comes from the fact, that he ACTUALLY HAS SOMETHING TO SAY! His playing, is just a means to communicate WHAT HE HAS TO SAY, and the STORY he wants YOU to hear. His greatest super power, is his soulful SINCERITY! Think you can shred your way to THAT? Think AGAIN, M Fs. . . . . . . . .
Shred stuff to me never said much to me. However he has my attention. Always loved Steve Morris. Incredible
Yeah, I mean, with all of that musical TALENT he has, why did he WASTE so many years and HOURS practicing his technique to be able to shred? What a waste of TIME. He could have spent that time DEVELOPING a different aspect of his playing. NOBODY wants to listen to some guy who is technically PROFICIENT on their instrument. It’s a KNOWN FACT: anybody who plays fast, is hiding their musical DEFICIENCY. Nobody should waste their time on this MEANINGLESS and USELESS ability!
@@zenlandzipline Get a grip, buddy, NOTHING is wasted, because EVERYTHING is important. All realities, require that their polar opposites are equally real, otherwise we would have no appreciation of anything. We breathe in AND out, we turn left, AND right, we move forward, AND back, we are kind, AND cruel, happy, AND sad, we play loud, AND soft, we play slow, AND fast, because WE LIVE THAT WAY. The big picture cannot be complete, without ALL PERSPECTIVES. The very idea, that ANYTHING is "meaningless" or "useless", is ridiculous myopic nonsense. Get real. . . . . . . . . .
@@rigelloar7474 whooosh
Morse.
I am just in love with Tom's 58's neck PU. Any video he makes with it I watch it multiple times. Finally found a R0 that has a similar sounding neck PU.
What a jaw-dropping player. Holy smokes. Kinda makes me want to give up and sell my gear and kinda makes me want to quit my job and woodshed 24/7 lol. Kudos to Brett for setting his ego aside and just reveling in his astonishment like the rest of us without any hint of weirdness or jealousy. When he just laughs and shakes his head we all know exactly how he feels.
Absolutely adore these intimate chats and play along moments where we all learn, jam and enjoy. A true masterpiece.
Thank you! More coming soon!
The man is just ferociously talented and a phenomenal example of what can truly be achieved if you dedicate your whole life to music and an instrument. Uncle Larry continues to inspire...
Agreed!
Tom Bukovac, the guitarists guitarist. Absolute mastery! Awesome musician 🎶🎸🎵
Totally!
I was impressed with the picking, but the Yellow Brick Road, classical style, first time playing, was astonishing!
I love how much Brett just laughs at some of the stuff Tom pulls out. It’s good to know I’m not alone. 😂 Tom is truly a treasure.
Hard not to laugh at that awesomeness!
You will never be 'Tom' but you can be the best version of yourself. Pure Gold!!! I loved this video. Thank you both
Excellently said, yes!
These videos are an absolute gem. I really you have 20 more like these coming 😅!
Thank you so much to the both of you 👌🏻🙏🏻
More coming soon!
Good lord Tom is unreal
This is incredible. An absolute goldmine of information. I feel like Brett and I had the same reactions at the same times - every time Uncle Larry would do something ridiculous, we would both start laughing or exclaim something! Thanks so much guys!
Sure thing! Glad you liked it!
You fellahs are awesome!
Uncle Larry: "If you can play difficult stuff easily, then you can play simple stuff really easily."
Thank you so much the content. I appreciate you both!
Thanks for checking it out!
Tom Bucovac is such a GREAT player, and still humble and looking up to other musicians, great guy!
Yeah and he cares about us. Shows us how to progress
For sure! Wait till his course comes out! Mind blowing!!!!!
@@BrettPapaNice!!! 🔥😊👌
Thank you guys. This is pure gold.
The main thing people need to realise is you pick, fingerpick, fret, use certain fingers,different pressures all that mechanical stuff, the way you do it naturally to you, just keep doing it how you naturally do it, and that will be a big part of your unique sound. Tom is Tom, Papa is papa, you are who you are and that's great 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼
We can all learn thing to help improve our style and technique. I am using tons of the tips in this video already with great results. But you are also right you have to do what works for you.
Yeah man, we can always improve, keep up the great content, you and uncle Larry are legends 🤘🏼
Take what you want and leave the rest or return to it later when you are ready..
Thank you once again, Brett, for bringing such great stuff to us. Buk is such an incredible player and Guitar Zen guide.
Hey Brett great lesson.. one thing that most lessons will never touch on with picking is the radius of the strings , if it’s not set up right it will mess you up . understanding the depth of the strings when changing from low to high or high to low .. most will struggle and not know why . I could be wrong but , it was an eye opener for me !
This guy is a living legend I think. And that stuff around 28 minutes in C minor using the B string is awesome especially if you’re playing by yourself
Two years worth of guitar lessons in 44:12.... Thanks for asking the right questions, Brett!!!
28:43 and beyond. That needs to be on an album. I’ve been playing for 40 years and this is great stuff….
Thanks for checking it out!
This post is amazing. Thank you for the lesson Tom. This was amazing to listen to, reflect upon, employ. Ive decided to keep a seperate guitar journal to bullet these concepts and practice them just for my journey. I appreciate you sharing of wisdom way more than you will ever know. Thanks from WNC!
Thanks for checking it out!
Būk’s playing is, for me, the ideal blend of melody and fire. Great insight into his playing here.
FWIW, the type patterns shown I’ve often heard referred to as “coils” - 3 notes ascending back to start as a 4 note pattern. Then begin at the second note and retreat pattern. I practice those in all manner of combination… good for breaking through barriers, for me.
Thanks for sharing, Brett and Tom. Cheers!
Tom is a genius. I could listen to him play forever. He isn’t just technically gifted, he is so incredibly musical. I’m not sure there has ever been anyone better to do it.
I can so relate to working on this for decades as Tom says. Trying to teach myself how to relax has been the hardest part
Very true. Makes a huge difference.
Tom is utterly unique, the countless hours in the studio, being “raised by wolves” as he said, his entire environment, all come together to make him irreplaceable. But we can be inspired and aim to get maybe 10% of his magic and thats more then enough 🤘🤘
Agreed. It’s all about picking up what you can and being inspired to play.
Papa, Uncle Larry, this is right to the heart of the matter of being a musician on any instrument. Papa asking Larry super great questions, and the answers got my thinking going into a better direction. Why we are drawn into taking up learning an instrument. This lesson renewed my understanding why I love learning and playing musical instruments. You guys not only showed us and explained things. But helped me look deeper into reason of being a musician. Please keep this stuff coming. You know this is great help and motivation for all who attend.
Thanks Wolfman
That is awesome to hear! Thanks for the kind words!
Tom always sends me straight to playing for the songs body without saying a word about it .
It's infectious
Slow down, feel every note,let the dynamics take you places you've never been before.
For quick, slick, lead/solo playing, this has got to be the most vitally important video I've ever witnessed, hands down.
That's awesome!
This my dream lesson from Tom. His picking speed stuff is amazing!!!!
Agreed! Thanks for watching!
The nice thing about picking like Tom using "forearm rotation," is that you get "pick escape" on both the down and upstroke. That makes changing strings much easier and efficient. Great video. Thanks for sharing the insights of such an awesome Pro. 😎
Thanks for checking it out!
Tom’s one of the greatest!!
he’s up there with all the legends in my opinion
He’s the guitar player that most of us want to be
Thanks Bret and Tom
Agreed! Thanks for watching!
THANK YOU ... ive been practicing that for a long time. Now ive got a new perspective ...
Pure wisdom. Taste, tone, technique. Tom has it all. And yeah terrifying is the right word. Somehow everything he plays is always fresh new and exciting. He is one of the greatest guitar players of all time.
Christmas came early, Uncle Larry is finally starting to explain things. The way he plays chords is beyond belief. He usually just whips out one of the most interesting things in between sips of beer, no explanation, no information. Just pure genius, that he may take for granted.
Love this one too. These last 3 lessons have blown my mind and given me a lifetime of stuff to practice. Can’t thank you and your guests enough.
Uncle Larry!! Seriously my favorite uncle by FAR! Lord have mercy!!! Great segment Mr. Papa!! So much information packed into a glorious 45 minutes. Thank you, sirs!!!! 🙏🙏
Thanks for checking it out!
They Yellowbrick rise stuff, was just mind blowing. True words Brett
The music just absolutely flows out of this guy, this is someone that was literally born to play guitar you can literally hear and see his mind working. These videos have to be a regular thing. The last two I have watched more than 5 times over just sitting on the floor with my guitar and trying to absorb everything he is saying. I just don’t understand how someone can get to this level of fluidity. I play for 3-4 hours a day and have for a longgg time and watching people like Tom play is extremely inspiring and motivating but also extremely discouraging because I know I’ll never reach that level or anywhere close to this.
It’s not about reaching Tom’s level it about being inspired to play. It’s like being bummed you will never play basketball like Jordan. Take what you can and just have fun. The stuff in these videos has already made me a better player.
I watch both of you all the time yet I was blown away by this episode. Probably the best lesson I've ever watched.. Don't change a thing
That is awesome! Wait till the course comes out!
Tom (Uncle Larry) always inspires!!! He's such a phoenominal all around player, an encylopedia of the incredible sounds you can make with the guitar, that constantly opens my ears & approach to playing. Thank you Brett for doing these!!
One unmentioned thing among all the other amazing things in this video is… Uncle Larry’s RIGHT thumb holding down that solid beat on that low E all the while distracting us with dazzling melodic lines with the other fingers… Great video guys!
Thank God I never got that good in my life. I wouldn't trust myself with that much talent! Much respect
"Don't let it intimidate you, let it inspire you" at 43:22 - I'm now more inspired as a grandpa, than when I was younger - thanks guys!
Haha
There are a few moments where Bukovac displays real musical talent, and what makes him great. Awesome
Yes Drama !!!
One of my faves
When we were 13 years old, Tom would run scales on guitar (unplugged) while we (Tom , Andy, and I) watched MTV videos. He always had a guitar in his hands.
Who are you and what's in the waters of Northeast Ohio!? I grew up in Euclid, have been playing 40 plus years, and followed Buk since he first started posting. I was head rodie for 'Abraxas' in late '79-80 but I can't get Buk to respond or chat about the C-town music seen, (perfectly ok and understandable). Maybe you'ed be interested in a little dialogue...?
What he did with Yellow Brick Road was cool. It would be awesome to have a video doing just that. Picking random songs and having him explain his thought process while searching the chords/notes/melodies out.
My partner's son (9 years old) took up the guitar and what Martin and I like best is watching Tom play.
Tom is generous and it shows in his music. thanks to you two!
Sure thing!
First thing I did while watching this video was to pause it, grab a guitar and work out every lick and excercise along the way. I will likely spend most of my day off tomorrow practicing all these bits. And I'm 16,790 hours in ... give or take. 😎Thanks for your time boys !
Haha! Glad it inspired you to play! That’s the point. More coming soon!
This guy is an example of a true virtuoso ! …. And he knows he can still get better , and is drivin by his passion !! … 😎awesome interaction as always , great job Brett and you rock that thing pretty dang good yourself ❤
thanks Brett for hosting, and putting this all together you are right it is terrifying ! I would like to see a show or series dedicated to the pick, how he holds it when he uses the shoulder vs the point, how he transitioned from pick to using fingers and back, where he plays from bridge to neck .. its said the pick is the cheapest amplifier
Sure thing! Glad you liked it!
The uncle never disappoints man. Always diggin in 😊
For sure!
Tom Bukovac ! I've never seen or heard anything quite like that,...Damn !
What an absolute killer player !!
❤❤my favorite
For sure! One of my all time favorites!
@@BrettPapa as his one percenter I second all that
Thank you, guys! There’s so much in this one. Most importantly for me, all the real struggles, when recording acoustics, and all the other real issues, just playing - basically, keeping s*** quiet. The way these things were presented here is, honestly, a rarity. Fantastic to hear the best encountering challenges, that the self taught - like myself - tend to believe, we are alone in facing.
thanks for that! Love us some Uncle Larry! And...you're right - we'll never be as good as Tom, but we can glean some understanding that we've never had before. I'm 71,still playing and still learning - it's what keeps me going!
Awesome to hear! Glad you liked it!
Brett these have been incredible! You and Tom are making some great content!
This is gold. I'm at that level where a lot of times when I decide to find something new to work on, I get frustrated that what I find online is stuff I've already been over, and thinking "I know there's more that's possible to do with this thing, but where is it?". When In started watching Tom, I found loads of things to try, and these videos with Brett and Tom are even better, because they're genuinely fun to watch, too. Many thanks to both of you guys.
Awesome to hear! Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!
Ten thumbs up!! I’ve never heard anything like that fast rhythm at 4-5mins in. Inspired for sure!! Great job gentlemen and camera placement is killer idea. I’m sure these videos are just starting to take shape, keep them going it’s a pleasure to watch and learn.
I haven't seen Toms videos in a while on my feed but I thank Brett for these two that I've seen recently. So much great technique and playing that I hadn't been aware of with Tom's playing. He's an old school Beast. Great stuff
Favorite quote “ I do it to keep the gun sharp !!!! Awesome playing uncle Larry
Tom is strong with the Force 👻
Love Tom's work, keep it coming!!
Will do. Full blown course coming soon!!
Props to giving the great Steve Morse some love right out of the gate. His solo in the middle of "On the Pipe" is one of my favorites of all time.
Very cool, guys! There's enough helpful hints here to keep me busy for a while...I'm thinking at least a lifetime 😉
Thanks for checking it out!
These are so helpful, thanks Brett! It would be cool to see how Tom approaches a session and his general process when creating original music pieces for artists.
Sure thing! Great idea!
I love that Tom is into Yes, Steve Howe is a big inspiration of mine and now is too Tom haha
❤ here again! and you know early on when I started watching Tom I made a comment within the VCB about the use of his little finger. See I pay attention that’s why I’m his 1%
Haha
Brett, you the man, the feeling you must capture being in the company of such a Great Man, his character and musical prowess and experience of the world of music,I’m sure there is a word to describe Tom B. But Brett I know it adds to you as a person and your craft. With your own amazing music rubbing shoulders with the likes of the greats as you do, I can only Imagine how Amazing you will be as you continue on in your journey, hey???? Who gets to spend time with great guitarist..... uh BRETT PAPA does. Thank you brother for sharing these times with us.
Christmas come early! What a treat...what a treat!!!
Thanks for checking it out!
Can't wait for the Uncle Larry course! It's gonna be an instant buy
Yeah it is really freaking good!!! Just waiting for his session schedule to slow down a touch to get him back in here to finish.
Melody. I would love to see a lesson with Tom talking about how he thinks about/comes up with melodies. He is such an incredible musician, but his sense of melody is some of the best in the world.
Cool idea. Seems like a few people have been asking for that. I will see what we can do.
This guitarist is amazing. He is right, it´s all about relaxation in the picking hand.
Other factors must be considered as well, like a good cardiovascular system and genetics.
Great content. Keep going !🎸
So inspirational. Where this vid started and where it ended up was magic. Please kep this format up, feels like a ride. Love it. Thank you!
Thanks for checking it out! Glad to hear you left inspired!
Incredible - what a player Tom is 🎶👍
Yep agreed!
Buky's so friggen awesome!! Always so tasteful. I always get something new to work on from his videos. Thanks for having him on.
Sure thing!
Thank you Tom and Brett Y'all help us take our training wheels off and use our minds not our patterns MGC
4:13 that's where the beer comes in...
Liquid digital inspiration.
After the first ten minutes I HAD to pick my guitar up and start practicing.
Best video I've watched this year.
Thanks guys!!!
Yes!! That is what it’s all about!
Tom's tones alone in this video was a masterclass itself
Yep he always has great tone. It’s mostly his hands cause he sounds good through everything but the gear is the cherry on top! Thanks for watching!
one more thought, its so wonderful that he can be vunerable in un perfection to allow us to see the inner thought of how he approaches the instrument, Its very difficult to do this on video and allowing things to be as they are. awesome!
Thanks for watching! Glad you liked it!
I would like to see Tom play over a 4 chord change with 4 different rhythm patterns, calling out the chord changes and what made him think to do the lead that he chose.
Seriously Mr Brett, your content with this guy Tom is masterclass stuff. Absolutely love the rhythm lesson and now this picking lesson. With learning a new way to play the guitar is making it fresh, fun and awe inspiring.
Glad you like it! Wait till you see what's coming soon!!
I'm nerding out on this lmao. I love it. As a self taught guitarist I noticed that I naturally use some of the same techniques as Tom. I'm nowhere the player that he is but I found this video to be pure gold. Thanks dudes
Every time I thought of a question I wanted to ask Tom, Brett asked it. Tremendous interviewer you are, mister.
UNREAL. Thanks for this cool video.
Sure thing!
Tom is the Man !
Great 45 min video, so inspiring. Thanks Brett for having invited Tom, and Tom for sharing all these inspiring tips. I also agree that voicing is the ultimate goal. ;-)
Sure thing! Glad you liked it!
Fantastic lesson with clear explanations and insight. Really inspiring interview!
Thanks so much! If you like this wait till you see the course!